Standing Barbell Overhead Press
Shoulders · Triceps · Core
3Sets
8Reps
20 kgLoad
Sets done
0 / 3 · 8 reps · 20 kg
- 1
Hold the bar at shoulder height, hands just outside shoulders.
- 2
Brace your core and squeeze your glutes.
- 3
Press the bar straight up, moving your head back slightly.
- 4
Lock out overhead, then lower under control.
- Form cues
- Don't lean back — squeeze glutes
- Bar path is a straight line
- Head moves back, then through
Plan B — equipment busy or missing?
Dumbbell Shoulder Press
Only needs dumbbells; seated or standing. Same 3 x 8 — adjust load so the final reps still leave 1-2 in reserve.